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Youth Education at the Arboretum Reinforces Science Standards

According to the NC Department of Public Instruction, in the 2022-23 school year, 38% of Forsyth County students were not proficient in science, exceeding the state average of 32%. Field trips are a…

Volunteers Grow Produce to Feed Forsyth County Community

According to Feeding America, almost 40,000 adults and 19,280 children in Forsyth County are food insecure (2022). In order to alleviate food insecurity in the local community, N.C. Cooperative…

Upcoming Gardening Classes at the Arboretum at Tanglewood Park

We hope to see you at our summer 2024 classes in the Arboretum Adult Education series. Join us in May & June to learn more about gardening!Classes in the Adult Education series are presented by N.C.…

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You Can Grow Seeds Outdoors This Winter - Learn How!

Winter sowing is an option for gardeners who want to grow plants from seeds but lack indoor growing space. Using repurposed containers, seeds can be started outside but still protected from colder…

Learn About Gardening This Winter at the Arboretum at Tanglewood

The Adult Education series at the Arboretum at Tanglewood Park continues this winter with exciting classes in January and February. We hope to see you there!These programs are presented by N.C.…

Join Us for Gardening Classes in Fall 2023!

We are excited to announce our fall classes in the Arboretum Adult Education series. Our Arboretum Adult Education classes are typically held at the Arboretum at Tanglewood Park in Clemmons. Please…

Fall Plant Sale Is Coming Up in Forsyth County

The Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteer Association of Forsyth County is excited to announce their 2023 fall plant sale!Saturday, September 16, 2023.8 AM to 2 PMLocation: N.C. Cooperative Extension,…

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Forks on Friday Gardening Classes Return This Fall!

Forks on Friday is returning in fall of 2023! N.C. Cooperative Extension, Forsyth County Center, is excited to offer lunch-and-learn classes about gardening. These classes are offered in partnership…

Arboretum Adult Education Summer 2023 Classes

Our Arboretum Adult Education series returns with summer classes to help you improve your knowledge and skills in the garden. During August and September, we will offer classes in-person at Walnut…

What Do I Do About Powdery Mildew in My Garden?

Late in the summer is a common time to find powdery mildew in the garden. Powdery mildew is a common disease in the garden, affecting annual and perennial plants, as well as shrubs and trees. The…